Bare Copper Wire Weight Calculator

Weight Calculation Formula:

\[ \text{Weight (g)} = \text{Length (m)} \times \text{Cross Section (mm²)} \times 8.89 \]

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1. What is Bare Copper Wire Weight Calculation?

The Bare Copper Wire Weight Calculator estimates the weight of copper wire based on its length and cross-sectional area. This calculation is essential for electrical engineering, manufacturing, and material planning.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

\[ \text{Weight (g)} = \text{Length (m)} \times \text{Cross Section (mm²)} \times 8.89 \]

Where:

8.89 — Density of copper (g/cm³) converted for mm²/m units
Length — Wire length in meters
Cross Section — Cross-sectional area in square millimeters

Explanation: The formula calculates weight by multiplying the volume of copper (length × cross-section) by copper's density.

3. Importance of Weight Calculation

Details: Accurate weight calculation is crucial for material cost estimation, shipping logistics, and structural support requirements in electrical installations.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter length in meters and cross-sectional area in mm². Both values must be positive numbers. For round wires, cross-section = π × (diameter/2)².

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is the density factor 8.89?
A: Copper's density is 8.96 g/cm³. The factor 8.89 accounts for unit conversion (mm²/m to cm³) and typical purity of electrical copper.

Q2: How do I calculate cross-section for round wire?
A: For round wire, use the formula: π × (diameter/2)² where diameter is in mm.

Q3: Does this work for stranded wire?
A: For stranded wire, use the total cross-sectional area of all strands combined.

Q4: How accurate is this calculation?
A: It's accurate for pure copper wire. Actual weight may vary slightly due to impurities or coatings.

Q5: Can I calculate length from weight?
A: Yes, rearrange the formula: Length = Weight / (Cross Section × 8.89).